Language: English
Question 289 · Federal question
A man with dark skin applies for a job as a waiter in a restaurant in Germany. What is an…
German original (as asked in the real test)
Ein Mann mit dunkler Hautfarbe bewirbt sich um eine Stelle als Kellner in einem Restaurant in Deutschland. Was ist ein Beispiel für Diskriminierung? Er bekommt die Stelle nur deshalb nicht, weil …
- A seine Deutschkenntnisse zu gering sind.
- B er zu hohe Gehaltsvorstellungen hat.
- C er eine dunkle Haut hat. ✓ Correct answer
- D er keine Erfahrungen im Beruf hat.
Translation
A man with dark skin applies for a job as a waiter in a restaurant in Germany. What is an example of discrimination? He does not get the job only because...
- A his German language skills are too poor.
- B his salary expectations are too high.
- C he has dark skin. ✓ Correct answer
- D he has no experience in the profession.
Explanation
Denying a job only because of dark skin is direct discrimination based on race, which the AGG (General Equal Treatment Act) forbids. Weak German, high salary demands, or lacking experience are job related reasons an employer may lawfully weigh.
Tips
- A rejection tied to skin color always points to discrimination.
- The other three answers describe skills or pay, which employers can legally consider.
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